Dakota Johnson wows in a white swimsuit as she is comforted by Chris Martin on a romantic getaway to Mexico after her film Madame Web suffered box office disaster
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin escape to Mexico for a relaxing vacation following the disappointing performance of Dakota's film, Madame Web, at the box office. Despite the negative reviews and poor reception of her latest superhero movie, the couple seemed unfazed as they enjoyed the sunny beaches of Puerto Vallarta.
Dakota, 34, donned a high-cut white swimsuit and playfully frolicked in the ocean while her partner, 46-year-old Chris Martin, held her hand and joined her in the water. They splashed around before returning to the shore, where Chris was seen kneeling on the sand, expressing gratitude.
For their laid-back beach excursion, Martin showcased his toned physique in light grey and orange shorts. The couple later dried off by an oceanfront cabana, relaxing with beach towels and soaking up the sun for the remainder of the day.
Despite the disappointing box office debut of Madame Web, which had one of the lowest openings for a Marvel Comics character film, Dakota's spirits seemed high as she enjoyed her time with Chris. The movie grossed $26.2 million in its first six days, falling short of expectations and likely preventing any future installments or franchise plans.
Insiders shared that due to the film's poor performance, it is unlikely there will be another Madame Web movie for at least a decade. The studio had initially intended to launch a new franchise centered around Dakota's character, along with three other female characters portrayed by Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, and Celeste O'Connor.
Madame Web's international box office returns were also disappointing, earning only $25.7 million from foreign markets for a worldwide debut of $51.9 million. The film has yet to be released in China, a crucial market, but it is uncertain if it can offset the negative reception elsewhere.
The critical response to Madame Web was overwhelmingly negative, with a 13% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking one of the lowest scores for any superhero movie. The poor reviews even led to multiple cancellations of advance ticket sales.
Despite the film's struggles, Dakota and Chris continue to support each other personally and professionally. The couple, who have been together since 2017, have been spotted at each other's events, including Chris' music performances and Dakota's film premieres.
Their romantic getaway to Mexico provided them with a much-needed break and the opportunity to indulge in their shared love for the beach and water activities. As they enjoyed their time together, they appeared unaffected by the challenges faced by Dakota's recent film.
In June 2023, Chris Martin, the vocalist of Coldplay, serenaded his girlfriend Dakota Johnson during the band's visit to Naples. The couple has also collaborated once before when Dakota directed Coldplay's music video for the song "Cry Cry Cry" in 2020.
Dakota has previously expressed her desire to keep their relationship out of the public eye, citing several reasons. One reason is that they are a blended family, and their privacy impacts not only themselves but also Chris' children from his previous marriage to Gwyneth Paltrow—daughter Apple and son Moses.
Another reason Dakota mentioned is her own experience growing up in the spotlight as the daughter of celebrity parents, Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith. She understands the challenges of living in the public eye and wants to shield any future children from similar experiences.
In October 2018, there were rumors of a gender reveal party at Chris' home, supported by photos of blue and pink balloon arches. However, Dakota's representative denied the rumors, clarifying that it was a birthday party, not a gender reveal. Dakota herself confirmed this on The Ellen DeGeneres Show the following month, jokingly stating that she was only pregnant with "a lot of really good ideas."
Currently, Dakota and Chris do not have any children together.
Recently, Dakota revealed that she had not yet seen her film Madame Web, despite playing the title character. During an interview, she mentioned that she doesn't know when she'll watch it, emphasizing that it's a way for her to avoid an existential crisis and practice self-care.
Dakota also confessed that she never searches for herself on the internet, highlighting her preference for avoiding potentially negative comments or criticisms. However, Madame Web received a low rating of 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics describing it as dumb, schlocky, and a laughable affair. Some users on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) expressed disappointment, while others compared it unfavorably to the film Morbius.
Despite the negative reception, there were a few positive comments about Madame Web, with one reviewer praising the cast's chemistry and the impressive suits. In the film, Dakota portrays Cassandra Webb, a New York City paramedic with psychic abilities, navigating the task of protecting three women from an enigmatic adversary. Madame Web is part of Sony's Spider-Man universe and is separate from the Marvel Cinematic Universe owned by Disney.
This movie potentially marks one of the final collaborations between Sony and the Marvel Cinematic Universe following Disney's acquisition of Marvel.
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